The Jewel of Sugar Hill

by Fiona Davis

From New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis, an exhilarating new novel about two women whose obsession with a mansion tucked away in Upper Manhattan could change their lives forever.

On the north end of Manhattan lies the oldest house on the the Morris-Jumel Mansion. Built in 1765, it was once part of a 135-acre property that ran from the Harlem River to the Hudson. Today, the mansion is relegated to one city block, where it sits like a regal queen in a garden of lilacs and maples.

In 1800s New York City, Eliza Bowen is a woman with ambition, determined to rise above her humble background. When she meets political upstart Aaron Burr, she vows to win his love and break into the high society that shuns her. Eliza’s ultimate secure her future with the purchase of the most beautiful house in Manhattan, in spite of a shadowy figure intent on exposing the truth about her sordid past.

In 2010, disgraced architect Abby Dorrance has always aspired to make her family proud. Recently released from prison for a financial crime she didn’t commit, Abby’s intent on clearing her name and rehabilitating her career. But when her father—a well-known real estate developer—dies from a fall at a haunted, crumbling uptown mansion the night before she’s set free, Abby gets drawn into the murky circumstances behind his death. As dangerous forces threaten, Abby must choose between saving her family’s legacy and fortune, or saving the mansion and losing everything she loves.

The Jewel of Sugar Hill brings Eliza Jumel to life, a woman notorious during America’s infancy, who ignored social convention and achieved dizzying success. The result is a sweeping, ambitious story of two scandalous women, two centuries apart, each with an unshakeable belief in her ability to carve space for herself on her own terms.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Historical, New York, Mystery, Adult Fiction

384 pages, Hardcover

Expected publication January 26, 2027

About the author

Fiona Davis is the New York Times bestselling author of several historical fiction novels set in iconic New York City buildings, including The Stolen Queen, The Magnolia Palace, The Address, and The Lions of Fifth Avenue, which was a Good Morning America book club pick. Her novels have been chosen as “One Book, One Community” reads and her articles have appeared in publications like The Wall Street Journal and Oprah magazine.

She first came to New York as an actress, but fell in love with writing after getting a master's degree at Columbia Journalism School. Her books have been translated into over twenty languages and she's based in New York City.

Reviews

[Christine M in Texas (stamperlady50) · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Jewel of Sugar Hill
By: Fiona Davis

It’s no secret I am a huge fan of this author. She gives us an inside look into a building in New York, with a unique story line, which makes me want to go back to NYC and explore every building.
This one is about a mansion in Upper Manhattan with a dual timeline. The book has the best heroines with grit and is full of history and the story line kept me from daily chores because when I get a Fiona Davis book, I am ALL IN! I highly recommend this book and all her others. Dive into another gem which brings a unique view in NYC.

[Kristine]

I love reading Fiona Davis’ Books since they are set in Iconic Places in NYC. This one sounds especially interesting to me.

[SarahBethG · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing read by one of my favorite authors, Fiona Davis! The Jewel of Sugar Hill with its dual timeline, takes its reader back through history to the late 1700’s at the turn of the century, and then to the early 2000’s. We meet Eliza Jumel who is a fascinatingly fierce and savvy woman for her time. The reader learns about her life including her marriage to Aaron Burr. She is a woman fighting for all that she has, similar to Abby in 2010 fighting to save not only her reputation, but also the very house Eliza lived in and loved. Follow Abby and Eliza and see how their stories intersect in the famous Morris-Jumel Mansion, lost in time in Washington Heights. This is one that you won’t want to put down! A huge thank you to Nicole Jarvis at Dutton, Plume, Tiny Reparations, Penguin Random House, and NetGalley for the advanced copy!

[Caroline Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another splendid novel by Fiona Davis! Davis is easily my favorite historical fiction author, I just love the way she weaves the past and the present, and I’m always surprised by where her stories take me. I had no idea the Morris-Jumel Mansion existed and I’m fascinated! I can’t wait to read more about Eliza Jumel and her home. This was such a great escape for an afternoon and I’m glad it’s not coming out until January—I’ll be ready to read it again.

My thanks to NetGalley and Dutton for an advance reader’s copy.

[Lesley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have loved all of Fiona Davis’ books, but The Jewel of Sugar Hill far exceeded my expectations. This little known historic jewel in Washington Heights was the setting of so much history and drama! Washington used it as his war headquarters!
The history, the drama, the family tension all told in alternating timelines keeps the reader turning the pages.
Abby (in current day) is passionately following in her father’s footsteps to save the historic mansion. An architect by trade, she is battling big development (her brother) while also trying to uncover the root of betrayal that forced an unfortunate year in prison.
Eliza, a woman of strength, unheard of business abilities, and determination. You can’t help but root for her rags to riches story.
I can’t wait for this one to hit the shelves in 2027!

[Joyce Cacioppo stein · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fiona Davis brings us back to New York City in her newest novel The Jewel of Sugar Hill. Built in 1765, the Morris-Jumel Mansion sat on the north end of Manhattan on 135 acres on the upper west side. Back in the 1800’s, Eliza Bowen was a women of ambition. She grew up poor but was determined to better herself. She met prominent people, one being Aaron Burr, who helped her along. Eventually she marries well to Stephen Jumel and together they purchase and restore this property that she fell in love with. She is definitely a women before her time and becomes a knowledgeable business woman.

Abby Dorrance is an architect. She and her friend start their own firm under her father’s real estate company. In 2010 she finds herself accused of embezzling from the company, is convicted and sent to prison. She has always said she was innocent. The day after she is released her father dies suspiciously while he was working to help get the Mansion Landmark status. Abby sets out to clear her name, find out exactly what happened to her father, and help take up the fight to save the Mansion that she also loved.

I am a great fan of Fiona Davis and have read most of her books. I found this one to be as good as all her others. The writing is smooth and the story hooks you in from the beginning to the very end. It has a duel timeline, informing us of both the lives of Eliza back in the 1800’s and Abby in present day. It was especially nice to learn about a NYC Landmark that I knew nothing about. It makes you want to go tour the Mansion. I would highly recommend this book which will be out in January 2027.

Thank you Net Galley and Nicole Jarvis, Associate Director of Marketing, Dutton, Plume, Tiny for giving me the opportunity to read the ARC.

[Melody Hargraves · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read other books by Fiona Davis, but this one is my favorite so far. I thoroughly enjoyed it! Set in two timelines - early 1800s and modern day- readers follow the history of the Morris-Jumel Mansion. I had never heard of this historic home, located in upper Manhattan. It served as George Washington's headquarters during part of the American Revolution. In the earlier time line, we follow Eliza Jumel, who has risen from poverty to live with Aaron Burr and later to marry Stephen Jumel and purchase the mansion in 1810. Overcoming adversity and social criticism, she eventually becomes the wealthiest woman in New York. In the modern time line, we focus on Abby Dorrence, who has an ancestor who worked as a caretaker at the mansion. Following in the footsteps of this strong ancestor and Eliza, Abby never gives up to clear her name after being framed for fraud and spending time in prison. She finds a new passion to save the Morris-Jumel Mansion from demolition after her father meets a mysterious death on the site. I enjoyed learning about the history of the house and also seeing the strength and resilience of these women when faced with adversity. The mystery also keeps you guessing. Throw in some appearances by spectral beings at the house, and you have a read that holds your attention from beginning to end. I recommend this book if you enjoy learning about women in history - we have all heard of Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton, but who has read about Eliza Jumel? The next time I travel to Manhattan, I will definitely visit New York City's oldest residence.
Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton, an imprint of Penguin Random House, for an advanced copy.

[Jen Moyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

While I have vague memories of seeing a tomb marked Jumel when visiting the Trinity Church Cemetery in NYC last summer, at the time, I had no idea of the intrepid, resilient, and intelligent woman who was buried inside. Thanks to Fiona Davis, that gap in my knowledge has been corrected, and Eliza Jumel has a new admirer.

The Jewel of Sugar Hill is a dual-timeline novel that tells the story of the oldest surviving house in New York City and its fiercely devoted steward and protector, Eliza Jumel. Born to an impoverished mother who struggled to take care of her two girls, Eliza had to make her own way in the world from a very early age. Gritty and resourceful, she took advantage of every opportunity to educate herself and eventually married a man who not only loved her outspoken nature but also respected her intellectual capabilities. Together, they bought and restored Mount Stephen, or what today is known as the Morris-Jumel Mansion.

Davis helps readers to appreciate Eliza as a force to be reckoned with through modern fictional counterpart Abby Dorrance, an architect who is trying to regain the life she lost after almost a year in prison for a crime she claims she never committed. Abby finds renewed purpose in trying to preserve Eliza’s legacy, but that purpose threatens to cost her everything she has left.

Davis’s blending of the two narrative threads is, as usual, seamless, and my only regret is that it was so hard to put down that it was over far too quickly.

5 stars!


Thanks to Netgalley and Dutton for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Jo Dervan · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Jewel of Sugar Hill
Abby Dorrance had just returned from prison when her father, the CEO of a large real estate firm in NYC, was found dead at the Morris-Jamel mansion in upper Manhattan. Abby claimed to be innocent of fraud and wanted to clear her name. Her father’s death was under mysterious circumstances and she also set out to find out what he was doing at the mansion late one night.
The book alternates between Abby in the present and Eliza Jumel in the 1800s. We learn that Eliza had lived in poverty in Rhode Island before coming to NY. She had captivated Aaron Burr but he was unwilling to marry her due to her low birth. However she met Jumel, a French importer who eventually married her.
Abby decided to work as a volunteer at the mansion while investigating her father’s death. The mansion was in need of extensive repairs and on the verge of being sold and razed.
This book examines the history of the oldest house in Manhattan. It is currently a little known museum in Harlem, a black enclave of NYC. It also spotlighted the life of a very shrewd woman who rose from poverty to become the wealthiest woman in NYC. Abby was also a strong woman who used her own resources to find solutions to her problem as well as those of her family.
I enjoyed the book because the author did extensive research into this historical home. She showed a picture of life in NYC when most of the inhabitants lived at the bottom of the island. Eliza’s home was in a rural area further north.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

[Jen’s Book Village · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve loved every book by Fiona Davis that I’ve read. She is so talented with mixing storytelling with really cool bits of history. I was excited for this book and was drawn in by the promise of the story about a historic mansion that time kind of forgot in Upper Manhattan. I was eager to uncover the stories of the two women connected to the home in different periods of time.

The Jewel of Sugar Hill got off to a great start. Eliza and Abby were very different women in very different times. The history had me doing side-quest research to learn more. I don’t want to give too much away, so I will leave that vague and as is, but suffice to say, I learned some interesting things and more about some people and places that I did not expect.

Ultimately, Eliza’s story won me over. I felt like I got the complete picture, her whole story, and an understanding of her as a character. Abby's story got off to a rolling start but kind of fell short for me. I did not feel like I got to know her better and I didn’t feel there was enough there for me to connect with. I read her story but didn’t FEEL her story or her rationale behind her thoughts and actions.

The ending was too simple in my opinion. It came together quickly and when reading, it just felt too neatly and quickly tied with a bow. I liked the book but did not love Abby’s story whereas Eliza’s story would’ve been complete all on its own. A bit of tweaking and more depth to Abby would make this book more well rounded overall.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton, the publisher, for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

[Leisa Back Porch Pages · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

✨Fiona Davis has proven yet again why she's one of my favorite historical fiction authors. She has such a gift for blending past and present storylines into one seamless narrative, and I am always in awe of the way she brings New York City history to life by shining a light on fascinating people and events that we probably should know but don’t. If you’re looking to go down a rabbit hole of New York City and American history, you need to get this book on your list.

✨One of the things that makes this book so easy to love is the female main characters. In both timelines, these women persevered against difficult odds, challenged the reputations that others tried to define them by, and refused to let scandal or gossip or trifling men determine their futures. Their resilience and fierce determination made them impossible not to root for.

✨Add to that a murder mystery to solve, family dynamics to navigate and a romance brewing behind the scenes, and you have the full package.

✨I loved every minute of this book and highly recommend it. And bonus for Hamilton lovers, keep an eye out for the Lin-Manuel Miranda Easter egg. You’ll love it.

🌿Read if you like:
✨Historical fiction
✨Past vs present dual timelines
✨New York City history
✨Revolutionary era American history
✨Murder mysteries
✨Strong female protagonists
✨Family drama
✨Fact meets fiction

[Suzanne Delle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fiona Davis does what Fiona Davis does best in this novel about a forgotten historical landmark in New York City and the parallels to contemporary New York real estate. Both Eliza and Abby in the past and present have to deal with how their reputation is formed through no fault of their own, but instead through their relationships with the men in their life.

Should women be judged by the actions of their husbands? We all “know” that it’s Yoko Ono’s fault that the Beatles broke up for example. Why is she blamed for the decisions of John and Paul? In this novel, Elizabeth Jumel has to make her way during the early and mid 1800s when women had no legal standing to do so. Davis makes us understand her motivations and pressures to succeed in a society that will never accept her.

The modern day parallel of a woman who broke up a band and then went to prison for embezzlement shows how while 200 years have passed, women are still shamed for the actions of men. The mystery of the missing money and her father’s death are well plotted and the reveals are surprising. What isn’t surprising is that money and real estate development are at the heart of the strife in both timelines.

Another wonderful novel by Davis that gives us an insider view to a NYC landmark.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton for this advanced readers copy. This review is my honest opinion.

[Shellie Z. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Davis has done it again with another engaging work of historical fiction centered around one of New York City’s fascinating landmarks. This time, the spotlight is on the Morris-Jumel Mansion, built in 1765 and once part of a sprawling 135-acre estate stretching from the Harlem River to the Hudson. Today, the mansion occupies a single city block, surrounded by gardens and towering trees.

In 1800s New York, Eliza Brown is determined to escape her humble beginnings and gain a place among Manhattan’s elite. After meeting political upstart Aaron Burr, she sets her sights on winning his love and securing her future by acquiring the city’s most beautiful house, even as someone threatens to expose the secrets of her meager past.

In 2010, disgraced and formerly incarcerated architect Abby Dorrance is drawn into a mystery after her wealthy real estate developer father dies under suspicious circumstances at the crumbling, supposedly haunted mansion. As she investigates, Abby must decide how far she is willing to go to protect her family’s legacy.

I especially enjoyed the "Hamilton Easter egg" and learning more about Aaron Burr. As always, Davis made me want to visit the building at the heart of the story. With its dual timelines, fascinating history, family secrets, and plenty of suspense, this was another thrilling read.

[Sheri · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The Jewel of Sugar Hill” by Fiona Davis is another superb historical fiction mystery to add to her long list of bestsellers! I had never heard of Eliza Bowen Jumel before reading this book and was fascinated by the incredible true story of a woman whose life was as remarkable as it was complicated. Told through a compelling dual timeline, the author connects past and present while exploring themes of family, identity, determination, and the resilience of women finding their way in a man’s world. Ms. Davis also brings the little known history of New York City’s “Morris Jumel Mansion” vividly to life.

Blending historical fiction with mystery, the novel skillfully reveals long buried secrets while showcasing the exceptional research and gift for uncovering forgotten corners of the city’s history. This story was especially meaningful to me because the Mansion is in the neighborhood where I grew up. As kids, we all knew the stories that the house was haunted by the ghosts of its former occupants, which only added to its mystical charm. Discovering the rich history behind a place I thought I knew made this book even more memorable. I loved every word!

Thank you NetGalley and Dutton for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Second Chapter Books · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fiona Davis has such a gift for bringing history to life, and The Jewel of Sugar Hill is another captivating read. I was immediately drawn into the story surrounding the Morris-Jumel Mansion, and I loved watching the connections between the past and present unfold.

The historical timeline completely stole the show for me. Eliza's determination and ambition made her such an interesting character, and I couldn't wait to see how her story would intersect with Abby's in the modern day.

I also loved how Fiona Davis blends real history with fiction. By the end, I found myself wanting to learn more about the mansion and the people who inspired the story.

My only reason for giving this four stars instead of five is that the pacing slowed a bit in the middle, and I found myself more invested in the historical storyline than the contemporary one. Even so, the ending tied everything together beautifully.

If you enjoy historical fiction with fascinating real-life settings, compelling female characters, and a touch of mystery, this is definitely one to add to your TBR. Fiona Davis continues to prove why she's one of my favorite historical fiction authors.

[Sarah Pitcher-hoffman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a huge fan of Fiona Davis, and she does not disappoint with her newest novel. She is excellent at telling historical fiction in two time periods about historical buildings in New York City.

This latest novel is about the Morris-Jumel Museum house and I didn't know anything about it or about Eliza Jumel before I read this book. Eliza Jumel was a strong, independent and financial savvy, self-made woman at a time when women were usually at the mercy of the men they lived with. When her husband was losing their fortune, she took over and not only kept that fortune, but more than doubled it.

Davis tells this story in two time periods, as she does with many of her novels. The time period of Eliza and the more current one of Abby, another strong and independent woman who has just been wrongly imprisoned and had to deal with the men in her family too. Davis has a talent, and I love her writing! Thank you Fiona Davis for yet another amazing book. I look forward to the next one!

Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton Publishing for this e-arc in exchange for an honest review!

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my go to author for reading about historic New York City. She sets the stage with real characters that come to life. This story has two timelines, the 1800’s and present day with two strong women. Eliza was a rags to riches story with an abundance of self determination. She set her sights on becoming a high society lady and paved her way with and without the help of the men in her living in the Morris-Jummel Mansion. Abby is present day and she is determined to preserve the historic house despite others who would like to use the land for more lucrative things and tear it down. Abby sets out to clear her name for a crime she didn’t commit and find out the truth about what happened to her father. Both storylines were very interesting and piqued my curiosity about the mansion. I am hoping to visit it soon!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced eGalley of the book. All opinions expressed are my own.
#TheJewelOfSugarHill #FionaDavis #NetGalley

[Holly Browning · Rating 3 out of 5]

I debated between three or four stars for some time, and ultimately decided to give The Jewel of Sugar Hill a strong three. Incredibly well researched historical fiction, that brought the very early NYC to life, and through the eyes of a fascinating historical figure, Eliza Jumel. I loved reading about the history of the magnificent Morris-Jumel mansion, and how important homes and buildings like this one should be preserved for many generations. Every house has a story, and the Morris -Jumel mansion has many, along with the colorful occupants like, Eliza Jumel. What I did not enjoy as much was the modern day timeline that ran parallel to Eliza's story. I did not like the characters, and felt it was a bit ludicrous to think the unconventional and rebellious ways of the women could even remotely be comparable. I definitely still would recommend for lovers of historical fiction. #thejewelofsugarhill #fionadavis #netgalley #goodreads

[Edie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Countless booklovers anticipate the next historical fiction read by Fiona Davis (FD) for the simple pleasure of reading, but the author performs a greater service. While you enjoy the literary pleasure, properties of historic significance are explored & we assist in their preservation.

The setting of this read was one that I was the least acquainted with compared to other FD books. I have certainly heard of the mansion, but I did not realize the lengthy connection to our military & presidential administrations in addition to NY society. As for the Morris or Jumel family connection, I had much to learn.

I hope the book brings new eyes to the funding that is much-needed to defend & preserve Manhattan’s oldest historical property. Both the mansion & the author deserve our praise & support.

I thank NetGalley, Dutton Publishing & Fiona Davis for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for a fair & honest review.

[BHK · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Jewel of Sugar Hill by Fiona Davis drew me into its fascinating world of history, secrets, and unforgettable characters! I loved the way the story moved between two different timelines while keeping me equally invested in both. The Morris-Jumel Mansion was such a captivating part of the story, and I felt like the setting added its own layer of mystery and emotion. The author did a wonderful job balancing historical details with a modern storyline. I never felt confused or disconnected, and each piece of the story added something meaningful. I loved the way this book explored ambition, resilience, and the lasting impact we leave behind. I finished this story feeling like I had stepped into a piece of New York history and spent time with two remarkable women whose stories stayed with me even after the final page!

[CoCoBug · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced reader copy!

This was a little slow to get into, and while not my favorite Fiona Davis title, was still a good and captivating read, especially Eliza's portions.

I felt like this was not as in depth as some of Davis's other books and some things seemed to be skimmed over and moved along rather quickly, especially the last 1/3 of the book where Eliza is in charge of the financials and meets Aaron Burr again. I also wasn't crazy about the "easter eggs" with Hamilton references - it completely pulled me out of the story.

Still worth the read, and enjoyable.

[Jaime · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was able to read The Jewel of Sugar Hill thanks to NetGalley. Fiona Davis is a new author to me. I recently read The Lions of Fifth Avenue. I’m a librarian and was intrigued by the story. I loved it! I am so looking forward to Samantha The Next Chapter content out, that I check NetGalley all the time. When The Jewel of Sugar Hill came up, I just had to read it. It did not disappoint!! I was literally on the edge of my seat the entire time. I am looking forward to reading the rest of Fiona’s work.

[Kathy Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love historical fiction, Fiona Davis is the master in her field. A contemporary woman, a family death, a crooked brother, a haunted mansion, ghosts! If this hasn’t hooked you yet, how about an unexpected love story? Abby, an architect has always been a people pleaser. When that is snatched away by an embezzlement charge and jail, Abby sets out to clear her name and thus the family name. Family dynamics play a big role in this story, along with the history of a crumbling mansion on Sugar Hill, a forgotten area of New York City.
Check out this wonderful historical novel!

[Barbara Monaghan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fiona Davis writes amazing historical fiction about New York City. The Jewel of Sugar Hill is that and so much more, adding a couple of mysteries and a ghost story. The novel has dual timelines, each both nuanced and so fascinating. There are very strong female characters, both the good ones and the bad ones. I vaguely knew the Morris-Jumel Mansion existed, but didn't know much about it. Now, I can't wait to go for a visit. This would be a great book group book, so much to discuss. And if you're in the NYC area, throwing in a field trip would be an added bonus.

[Madeline Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fiona Davis has a gift for bringing New York City’s past to life, and this latest novel makes the Morris-Jumel Mansion absolutely sparkle. Two women in two different time periods are drawn to the old mansion and will do anything to ensure its survival. The Jewel of Sugar Hill is an absolute gem, shining with heart and history and spirited heroines who show what true determination can accomplish. Readers are going to be eager to visit the Morris-Jumel Mansion after reading this – I know I am!

[Libby Reidy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Fiona Davis historical novels and I think this one will be one of my favorites. Knowing nothing about the Morris-Jumel Mansion in New York City, the story line introduces the readers to its history. The main characters, Eliza in the past, and Abby in the present, are both fascinating characters with their own background stories that tell the history of the mansion. I loved it and will strongly recommend it to my fellow readers.

[Christine Bergh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fiona Davis once again weaves a superb story amongst the Manhattan skyline. I grew up on Long Island and this is the first I have heard of Sugar Hill. That in itself had me jumping into rabbit holes as I was reading this delightful book. I simply loved the female characters of this story and found myself cheering for their accomplishments and throwing expletives at their men. Wonderful time spent, thank you!

[Cosmo reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars!

The book has a dual timeline and follows Eliza Jumel throughout her life, as well as Abby, a woman fighting to save the house that Eliza Jumel lived in and loved. I really enjoyed reading the stories of both main characters and learning about how their lives intersected. I really loved this book, it was exciting with fast pacing, and I could not put it down.

A huge thank you to Dutton and Netgalley for the advanced copy.

[Addie Yoder · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fiona Davis is a very reliable win for me. No books make me want to dive into the history of NYC more than hers. This is no different. I found myself googling Washington, Burr and the Morris-Jubal mansion all through the book. It was so easy to sink into and so easy to devour. I read over the course of two days and found it to be the exact amount of historical fiction that I needed in my reading life.

[BooksAsDreams (Tiffany) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has so much going for it! The stories, especially the historical stories, are engaging and interesting. Davis does a great job with the dual timeline. There are ghosts, there is motivation, and this book caused a yearning in the reader for things to be right! Thank you Net Galley for the ARC!